Windows 8 bootable CD/DVD (or the windows 8 iso file) 2. Intel based Mac with OS X 10.6 or higher 3. 20 GB or higher space on your hard drive 4. CD/DVD drive, if you are going to use windows 8 CD/DVD ( you can also install without using CD/DVD drive by mounting the iso file). Connect an external USB drive or insert a flash drive into the USB port on your Mac; keep it connected or inserted while you install Windows and the Windows support software. On your Mac, open Boot Camp Assistant, located in /Applications/Utilities. At the introduction screen, click Continue. The system is checked for total available disk space.
Reinstall from macOS RecoveryWindows For Mac Free Download
macOS Recovery makes it easy to reinstall the Mac operating system, even if you need to erase your startup disk first. All you need is a connection to the internet. If a wireless network is available, you can choose it from the Wi-Fi menu , which is also available in macOS Recovery.
Windows On Mac For Free1. Start up from macOS Recovery
To start up from macOS Recovery, turn on your Mac and immediately press and hold one of the following sets of keys on your keyboard. Release the keys when you see an Apple logo, spinning globe or other startup screen.
Command (⌘)-R
Reinstall the latest macOS that was installed on your Mac (recommended).
Option-⌘-R
Upgrade to the latest macOS that is compatible with your Mac.
Shift-Option-⌘-R
Reinstall the macOS that came with your Mac, or the closest version that's still available.
You may be prompted to enter a password, such as a firmware password or the password of a user who is an administrator of this Mac. Enter the requested password to continue.
When you see the utilities window, you have started up from macOS Recovery.
2. Decide whether to erase (format) your disk
You probably don't need to erase, unless you're selling, trading in or giving away your Mac, or you have an issue that requires you to erase. If you need to erase before installing macOS, select Disk Utility from the Utilities window, then click Continue. Find out more about when and how to erase.
3. Install macOS
When you're ready to reinstall macOS, choose Reinstall macOS from the Utilities window. Then click Continue and follow the on-screen instructions. You will be asked to choose a disk on which to install.
Please allow the installation to be completed without putting your Mac to sleep or closing its lid. During installation, your Mac may restart and display a progress bar several times, and the screen may be blank for minutes at a time.
If your Mac restarts to a setup assistant, but you're selling, trading in or giving away your Mac, press Command-Q to quit the assistant without completing the setup process. Then click Shut Down. When the new owner starts up the Mac, they can use their own information to complete the setup process.
macOS Recovery exceptions
The version of macOS offered by macOS Recovery may vary in some cases:
If you can't get macOS Recovery to offer the installer you want, you may be able to use one of the other ways to install macOS.
Other ways to install macOS
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